The Components and Importance of Estate Planning
Estate planning involves crafting a plan to manage an individual’s assets during their lifetime, in the event they become incapacitated, and after their death. An estate plan should include the testator’s instructions regarding their healthcare wishes. It should also explain... Read More →
An Overview of Different Types of Business Entity Types
When launching your business, one of the first things you need to do is choose a business entity type. Choosing the right business entity type is important. The business entity type you choose will determine the amount of personal liability... Read More →
Social Media and Public Agencies: Legal Issues You Should Know About
Social media has changed the way we live by allowing users to communicate with one another in a much more convenient, easier, and faster way irrespective of their location. Individuals as well as private and public agencies use social media... Read More →
Wage Law Basics for Public Employees
The Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) establishes overtime pay and minimum wage standards for employees in the public and private sector. The FLSA has some unique provisions applicable only to federal and local government sector employers and their employees. Here... Read More →
Are Trusts and Wills Interchangeable?
Wills and trusts are estate planning tools. A trust is set up to provide legal protection to the creator’s assets. It allows the Trustee appointed by the creator to take major investment, healthcare, and other decisions on behalf of the... Read More →
Unmarried & Living with Your Partner? You Still Need an Estate Plan
Many people think estate planning is only for married couples. This is one of the most common estate planning misconceptions. Contrary to popular belief, estate planning is particularly important for unmarried couples. If you are in a relationship with a... Read More →
The Difference Between a Trustee and an Executor
Even though trustees and executors have similar duties in that they are responsible for managing estate assets and distributing them among the beneficiaries, the nature of their jobs is different. Many testators appoint the same person as the trustee and... Read More →
Roy Johnston awarded Lawyer of Distinction in of Estate Planning
Johnston & Associates Law is proud to announce that Roy Johnston, one of our distinguished lawyers, has been named a Lawyer of Distinction in the field of estate planning for 2021 by Sonoma Magazine. Lawyers of Distinction are nominated by their... Read More →
Trust Administration – The Secret Sauce
A trust is a legal, fiduciary arrangement that allows a person to hold and direct assets held in the trust. A trust can be set up under a trust agreement executed during the creator’s lifetime or can be created using... Read More →
How To Protect Your Business Assets?
As a business owner, you might be well aware that running and managing a company has its own set of difficulties and risks. It’s not enough to simply make a profit, you also need to protect your firm against claims... Read More →